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Falls in Love
Day 1 | Welcome to Argentina
Your private guide will be at Ezeiza International Airport ready to give you a kind welcome to Buenos Aires, helping you to familiarize with Argentina and answering any question you might have about your trip plan.
After a private ride of one hour approximately, you will be arriving at your selected hotel.
Check in and have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city on your own.
In the evening, enjoy your first Argentina experience with a unique Dinner & Show at GALA TANGO, one of the most exclusive places in Buenos Aires to enjoy an authentic show.
With a beautiful décor and architecture down to the finest detail, it seems as though you have stepped into the 1930s, creating an experience that you will never forget.
For an hour and half, you will enjoy more than 30 artists on stage, a live orchestra and four couples dancing to the rhythm of the music.
Besides tango, you will also witness a performance of traditional folk Argentine dance.
The dinner offers a variety of hot or cold starters, a choice of eight different main courses and desserts that will also be accompanied by a good choice of champagne and wine from one of the most exclusive wineries in Argentina.
· Private pick up and drop off at the hotel is included.
· Please advise on any dietary requirements or restrictions at the time of booking.
Overnight: Mio Buenos Aires Boutique Hotel
Day 2 | Parks of the City by Bike
Enjoy the green spaces of Palermo and the aristocracy of Recoleta.
After a brief orientation of what to expect for the day, we’ll begin our bike ride through the “lungs” of Buenos Aires in the Palermo woods district where we’ll stop and enjoy the beautiful Rose Garden of Carlos Thays. Cycling along the bike lane, we’ll come across many Parisian style mansions of Palermo Chico and Barrio Parque, most of which have been converted into embassies.
Just a little further down the trail, we enter into the neighborhood of Recoleta.
A few quick stops along the way, we’ll visit the Floralis Generica (metal flower), University of Buenos Aires, National Library and Plaza Evita. Just up the hill from there is her final resting place in the infamous Recoleta Cemetery. There, you will have the opportunity to explore inside this extravagant display of mausoleums where most of Argentina’s aristocracy of yesterday rests in peace.
After hunger has set in, it’s now time to find the best empanadas of Buenos Aires to refuel ourselves as we encounter, once again, the lovely neighborhood of Palermo Soho.
Here, we will pass through two picturesque areas: Plaza Guemes and Plaza Serrano.
· Private 5 hours’ excursion.
· Transfer to the bike office meeting point is NOT included. Transportation can be added upon request.
· Lunch included. Please advise on any dietary requirements or restrictions at the time of booking.
Overnight: Mio Buenos Aires Boutique Hotel
Day 3 | History of the City & Tango Experience
Your guide will pick you up in the morning at the hotel to explore the other side of the city and discover the origins of Buenos Aires in a comfortable vehicle.
You will visit:
Plaza de Mayo, home to the national government palace and the Metropolitan Cathedral. This historical, political, and foundational epicenter of the city is a great starting point for the city tour.
San Telmo, which is a great area to visit if you’re interested in tango and the arts. The antique markets, candle street lighting, cobbled roads, and historic buildings with original facades and décor create a lovely bohemian atmosphere. Sundays buzz with activity as the main antique market comes alive around the Plaza Dorrego.
La Boca, a neighborhood famous for its brightly-painted houses and coventillos (communal housing tenements). It’s also home to the legendary Boca Juniors Football Club, where Diego Maradona made his name.
Puerto Madero, which is situated on the riverside along the Río de la Plata. This major gastronomic and business hub is situated in former commercial docks. Along the canals, these former industrial warehouses were converted into elegant bars, eateries, and offices during one of the most successful urban waterfront restoration projects in the world.
· Private 4 hours’ excursion.
· Lunch not included.
· Pick up and drop off at hotel included.
Late in the afternoon we offer you the opportunity to discover the secrets of Tango Dance with your partner.
Take a private dance lesson to learn your first steps or to improve your knowledge of this unique rhythm.
You tango teacher will be waiting in a dance academy or dance salon for a one-hour course.
With all your tango expertise, and accompanied by our guide, merge with the locals at a Milonga (tango dance club).
Our expert guide will teach you about the history, trends, codes, etc., so you can better understand what you are watching and learn about Tango.
· Pick up and drop off at hotel included.
· Private guide & tango lesson included.
· Ticket fee to the Night Club included.
· One drink at the club included.
· Dinner not included.
Overnight: Mio Buenos Aires Boutique Hotel
Day 4 | Welcome to the Falls
Pick up at the hotel and private transfer to the airport to take your flight to Puerto Iguazú.
Upon arrival, meet your driver for a private transfer to the GRAN MELIA IGUAZU HOTEL, the only hotel located within Iguazu National Park and the only one with views of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Iguazu Falls.
The hotel’s main restaurant and bars all have privileged views and are the ideal setting for savoring exquisite dishes and cocktails.
You will also find a fantastic infinity pool overlooking the falls, the Health Club & Wellness Centre, hydrotherapy circuit, saunas and 24-hour gym.
Overnight: Gran Melia Iguazu Hotel
Day 5 | Explore the Beauty of Brazil Falls
Pick up from your hotel to enjoy a half day excursion to the Brazilian waterfalls.
The Iguazu Falls are the largest water system in the world due to its location in the middle of the Brazilian and Argentinian Jungle.
Declared a UNESCO World Heritage, Iguazu offers many different and all unique landscapes.
From the first balcony we’ll witness a panoramic view of the Argentinean Falls, from where you can take wonderful pictures.
Then after enjoying sweeping views of the 950-meter-long curve of the falls on the Argentina side, we’ll visit the falls on the Brazilian side.
The walkway will lead us to the Floriano Fall, giving the visitor a refreshing reception and a gorgeous panoramic view of the lower Iguazu River and the Devil’s Gorge Canyon, one of the biggest of the Falls.
Due to its location, the Brazilian Side offers a unique point of view and a one of a kind occasion to take amazing pictures of the constant rainbow floating above the water, in the canyons.
Then, you can go up the elevator and stairs to access the shopping and restaurant area on top of the balconies.
As the path includes many stairs, there is some degree of difficulty.
After the excursion, your private guide will take you to the “Parque Das Aves” located just next to the Falls Park.
Rare and colorful tropical birds fly in large nurseries integrated into the exuberant subtropical forest. Visitors have the opportunity to enter these nurseries to learn about the life of the birds. In addition to them, yacars, anacondas, boas, tit monkeys and butterflies amaze visitors.
Return to Puerto Iguazu (Argentina) late in the afternoon.
· Full day private tour.
· Bird Parks ticket included.
· National Park entrance fee included.
· Lunch not included.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Please confirm with your local embassy if you require a VISA to cross the border between Brazil and Argentina.
If so, please acquire a VISA BEFORE the tour departure date.
Passports are required to cross the border.
Overnight: Gran Melia Iguazu Hotel
Day 6 | Feel the Nature of Argentina Falls
Your private guide will meet you at the hotel for a full day visit into the Argentine waterfalls.
The park preserves 67.000 acres of giant trees, vines and ferns living with multi-colored butterflies, birds and other mammals, all of them part of the rich local flora and fauna.
The park was declared Natural World Heritage in 1984, due to its scenic beauties and the great biological diversity of the subtropical jungle. The famous falls are in the heart of this Park.
We start the visit at the Local Museum and continue the tour with the Lower Trail, from where we can see among others, the “Two sisters Falls”, the “Bossetti Fall”, the “Hidden Fall”, a panoramic view of “San Martin Island” and the “Union Fall”.
Later we walk the Upper Trail shifting along walkways located above major falls up to the majestic “San Martin Fall” from where we have a panoramic view of the Brazilian falls.
Finally, we go with the Train of the Jungle up to “Devil’s Throat” station. From there, after 1,000 meters of walking along the catwalks, we come to the spectacular “Devil’s Throat”, where the Iguazu river speaks with all its strength and the falling water gives the illusion of magical rainbows.
And now is time for THE GREAT ADVENTURE!
This activity combines the whole essence of the Iguazu National Park in one ride: the jungle and the waterfalls.
It starts by entering the jungle from the “Yacaratía” trail with special transportation that allows a panoramic view of the environment along with experienced guides that give a lot of explanations as well as the legend of this spectacular place.
After an 8 km truck ride, we arrive at the Puerto Macuco Base, which is 100 meters away from the Infirmary and Service Station, and 100 meters of stairs ahead is the floating platform where the second part of this ride begins.
With motor-boats, we take visitors 6 km through the Canyon of the Iguassu River, until the falls, with 2 km of rapid rivers.
After enjoying the view from the calm side of San Martin Island we sail to the “Tres Mosqueteros” waterfall, at that point, the Brazilian and Argentinean sides and the Devil’s Throat can be clearly appreciated.
After that, we sail along the shore of the island until we get to the most exciting part where we face the San Martin waterfall, a wonderful and unforgettable experience, for it’s the largest waterfall any motor-boat can approach safely.
The landing is at the base of the lower circuit where visitors reintegrate the trails.
VERY IMPORTANT:
The “Gran Aventura” activity is not recommended to individuals with physical disabilities which may put them at risk in responding to an emergency during the activity, pregnant women, participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions. Minimum age is 12 years old.
· Full day private tour.
· Great Adventure ticket included. This is a shared activity.
· National Park entrance fee included.
· Lunch not included.
Overnight: Gran Melia Iguazu Hotel
Day 7 | Buenos Aires Dining Experience
Pick up at the hotel and private transfer to the airport to take your flight back to Buenos Aires.
Upon arrival, meet your driver for a private transfer into the hotel.
Rest a little, explore the city on your own and get ready for your new experience having dinner at CASA COUPAGE, a closed door restaurant.
Learn about the breadth of Argentine wine with a sommelier as your guide.
Casa Coupage is a unique space where you can discover & interpret wine paired with delicious Argentinian modern food in a truly personal atmosphere. Dinner is held in a charming dining room of a late 19th century house. The sommelier of the house guides the experience and provides background information regarding the specific terroir, variety of grape, and winemaker.
Guests will be greeted by the owner of the house with a refreshing glass of Torrontés wine as an opener.
Afterwards, a comparative blind tasting of three distinguished red wines, will provide the opportunity to discuss blends, varietals, styles and wine evolution. These wines will be paired with the main dish and a cheese tasting. Finally, the last wine will be presented in accompaniment of dessert.
In all, guests will taste 7 different labels selected amongst excellent Argentinean wines.
· Transfers to/from the restaurant are not included. The place is located in Palermo neighborhood.
· Transportation can be added upon request.
· Please advise on any dietary requirements or restrictions at the time of booking.
Overnight: Mio Buenos Aires Boutique Hotel
Day 8 | Delta at Sunset
Your guide will pick you up at your hotel to enjoy in the morning a private navigation around the Paraná River Delta, formed by thousands of islands, many of which maintain their original state, while others are inhabited and full of weekend houses.
Join us to discover more than 100 species of birds and water plants; virgin nature and infinite horizons with the exclusivity of a typical delta vessel: a flat boat, the “Afrodita” – an old island flatboat built in the middle of last century, that was restored and refurbished respecting its original spirit.
Departing from San Fernando Port depending on the weather and water level, the captain will define the route, either sailing towards the Rio de la Plata, or sailing the Luján River, the Vinculación canal, and other hundreds of rivers and streams that are part of the Delta.
In the afternoon, the sun often gives us the best moment of the day; the sunset.
After enjoying the colors of the evening it is time to take a look to the southern hemisphere constellations while Afrodita returns sailing to the pier.
· The time of the excursion is around 5 to 6 hours’ duration.
· Dinner on board included. Please advise on any dietary requirements or restrictions at the time of booking.
· Private guide and transportation included.
Overnight: Mio Buenos Aires Boutique Hotel
Day 9 | Departure
At indicated time, pick up at your hotel and private transfer to Ezeiza International Airport to take you flight back.
Special features
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED
· Domestic & international flights.
· Buenos Aires City Accommodation Tax:
USD 1.50 per person, per night – to be paid at the hotel.
· Travel Insurance.
· Restaurant, guides or driver’s tips.
· Extras not mentioned in this itinerary.